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Job description

You will support the management team with daily operations, managing and mentoring staff, and the provision of individual care to residents. You will ensure compliance with health and safety regulations and act as a liaison between staff, residents, and families, addressing concerns and facilitating effective communication. You will be responsible for ensuring high quality care is being delivered whilst monitoring resource allocation, schedules, and upholding the care home's standards and policies. In the absence of the management team, the team leader will act as the responsible person on shift.

Responsibilities

• Be responsible for the correct custody, control and administering of medication in line with policies and procedures.
• Be responsible for offering support, mentoring and supervision to care staff in their day-to-day tasks and lead by example.
• You will assist residents who need help with dressing, undressing, bathing and the toilet, maintaining standards of hygiene appropriate to the Care of the Elderly.
• You will help residents with mobility problems and other physical disabilities and help in the use and care of aids and personal equipment.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records as required by the Homes procedures and statutory requirements.
• Undertake any administrative tasks in line with the team leader role.

Skills and Qualifications

Essential Skills

• QCF Level 3 in Health and Social Care or equivalent qualification.
• Minimum 3 years’ experience caring for older people in a residential or community setting.

Desirable Skills

• Ability to work collaboratively and communicate as part of a team.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal skills, patience, and empathy.
• Ability to form appropriate supportive relationships with residents and family members where appropriate.